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Calls for Irish Law Reform to recognise Pet Abuse as a form of Coercive Control

The Domestic Violence Charity, Sonas, is calling on the Government to amend Irish domestic violen...

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15.50 14 May 2026


Calls for Irish Law Reform to recognise Pet Abuse as a form of Coercive Control


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The Domestic Violence Charity, Sonas, is calling on the Government to amend Irish domestic violence legislation to explicitly recognise pet abuse as a distinct form of coercive control within abusive relationships. According to Sonas, concerns about pets are a significant barrier preventing some women from leaving abusive homes…

Joining Ciara to discuss this is Fiona O’Malley, CEO of Sonas.


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